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2008 Norco 250 DIRT vs 2008 Specialized FSRxc
The Norco 250 DIRT and Specialized FSRxc are both Cross Country bikes. Both bikes have 26" wheels. Both bikes have forks from RockShox. The Norco 250 DIRT retails for $1,339 USD. The Norco 250 DIRT comes in SM/MD, SM/MD, MD/LG, MD/LG, while the Specialized FSRxc comes in SM, MD, LG, XL.
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Frameset
- Frame Material
- Frame
- Fork
- Shock
- Motor
- Battery
Wheels
- Hubs
- Wheels
- Wheel Size
- Spokes
- Tires
Drivetrain
- Chain
- Crank
- Bottom Bracket
- Front Derailleur
- Rear Derailleur
- Shifters
- Cassette
- Pedals
Components
- Brakeset
- Brakeset Brand
- Handlebar
- Saddle
- Seatpost
- Stem
- Grips
- Headset
- New Lighter weight double butted chromoly frame , integrated headset , slotted dropouts, 2 position disc mounts , Spanish BB with ISCG mount
- RockShox Argyle, 100mm travel, 20mm axle, rebound adjust, coil
- 14mm slotted, compact drive single speed , 36H
- Alex DM-24, 26", 36H
- 26"
- Powder coat white spokes
- Kenda K-Rad, 26 x 2.30
- BMX chain 1/2 x 1/8
- Avid BB-5, mech, 6" rotors, BMX braided casing
- Funn PG 50 mm rise 31.8mm, Yellow
- Norco Pivotal saddle with crown/shovel graphic
- Norco Pivotal 25.4 alloy post
- Funn Rippa 45 mm ext stem 31.8 clamp , Yellow
- Skull Dual Density
- FSA Impact 8D, integrated, sealed bearings
- FSR M4 butted frame w/ ORE downtube, sealed cartridge bearing pivots , replaceable hanger, bolt on cable guides, two sets of water bottle bosses, 100mm travel
- RockShox Tora 302 SL, 100mm travel, 32mm Cr-Mo stanchions , alloy steerer, mag lower, coil spring, preload adjust, lockout w/ rebound adjust
- X Fusion 02RLA, Specialized tuned, rebound adjust w/ LO, 7.0x1.6"", 4 bearing lower shock mount
- Shimano M-475L disc, 32h, 8/9-speed cassette, alloy QR
- Specialized/Alex RHD 26, double wall rim w/ eyelets
- 26"
- 1.8mm (15g) stainless, black, alloy nipples
- Specialized The Captain Sport, 26x2.0"", 60TPI, wire bead
- KMC X9, 1/2"" x 3/32"" w/ reusable Missing Link
- Shimano M442-8, Octalink Spline, 9-speed, replaceable rings w/ alloy outer
- Shimano BB-ES25, Octalink Spline, cartridge bearing, 68 x 118mm for 50mm chainline
- Shimano Deore M530, 34.9mm clamp
- Shimano LX M581, SGS cage
- Shimano Deore M530, 9-speed trigger
- Avid SD-3, alloy ""V"", cartridge pads w/ 1pc pad
- Specialized XC low rise, 31.8mm, butted alloy, 640mm wide, 6 degree up, 8 degree backsweep
- Specialized MTB, 7mm steel rails
- Specialized 3D forged alloy, 7 degree rise, 31.8mm 4 bolt clamp, S:75mm, M:90mm, L/XL:105mm
- 1 1/8"" threadless, black steel cups, loose ball bearings w/ seals
Why it pays to compare
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What to compare
Components
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Here are the components that have the biggest impact on your ride. You should be paying particular attention to these:
- Fork
- Shock
- Drivetrain (Derailleur, shifter, cranks, chain etc.)
- Brakeset
- Wheels
Price
Ultimately, for most of us, price is the deciding factor and you want to get the most bang for your buck. Comparing the price of mountain bikes, along with which components you're getting, helps you determine what you're actually paying for. Are you spending your hard-earned dollars on a quality bike frame, with quality components and a solid warranty? Or are you simply paying for a brand name?
Reviews
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Warranties
Different bike companies have different warranties. It's important to compare the length of these warranties, what they'll cover and who's covered.
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